Norway’s Kristoff wins Tour of Oman 2nd stage

Posted On 19 Feb 2014

AFP/Yuzuru Sunada

Feb 19, 2014 – Norway’s Alexander Kristoff won the Tour of Oman
second stage on Wednesday, with Leigh Howard taking possession of
the leader’s red jersey.Kristoff, riding for the Katusha team,
beat Australia’s Howard in a sprintfinish to the 139 kilometer ride from
Al Bustan and Quriyat.Howard, who was placed second after Tuesday’s opening
stage, replaces German Andre Greipel at the top of the overall standings.
The race continues Thursday with the third stage between Muscat and Al
Bustan.